Excelsior Panelling Systems Ltd

The ProjectHaving been closed for 4 years, Allerthorpe Golf Club has recently undergone a massive transformation.Purchased by Park Leisure, the Golf club has been transformed beyond recognition and is keenly awaiting official opening in September 2018.  The Challenge The members have waited an extended period of time for the facility to be reopened and expectations were high.Creating the right environment and finish internally is of high importance and needs to be befitting of Park Leisure and of a standard expected by its members.Symms Revill Architects specified the project, and the full spectrum of Excelsior products were required on the scheme.Z section lockers, complimentary bench seating including cubicles and wall panelling.  The Solution Engaged by main contractor Speller Metcalfe, Excelsior worked closely with both Speller Metcalfe and Symms Revill to get the specification and design just right for this prestigious Golf Club.The Architects design, coupled with Excelsior’s ability to adapt and produce bespoke products has resulted in a first-class finish for the club and its members.SpecificationProduct Range: 12mm Solid Grade Laminate, Formica Delano OakDoors: 12mm Solid Grade Laminate, Formica Delano OakPilaster: 12mm Solid Grade Laminate, Formica Delano OakPartition: 12mm Solid Grade Laminate, Polyrey Beige NatureIronmongery: SBAA Semi Bright Anodised Aluminium

The ProjectLocated only 2 miles from the town centre is the town’s most established business park, offering 85,000 sq. ft of developed self-contained office.   The major refurbishment was intended to attract a diverse range of occupiers and underline Altrincham as the leading business park in the area. Space Invader architects designed the high-quality refurbishment and specified Excelsior to manufacture and deliver the washroom package.The ChallengeThis washroom project formed part of a full and extensive refurbishment package managed by TSK Group.  The Architects vision was to create a modern, industrial environment offering the occupant complete privacy and comfort.  Standard vanity frontages and sinks did not meet the brief, a bespoke wash station was required. The SolutionExcelsior Flush 30 Full Height Cubicles provided complete privacy for the user and a flush frontage complete with aluminium rebated edge detail to the doors and pilasters enhanced the industrial theme of the washrooms. Bespoke Vanities were created to carry sit on sinks on a Marble effect, Laminated Polyrey top, all supported by specially made, galvanised steel legs, powder coated in a black finish.

The Project Aston University Student Union at the heart of the University’s campus has seen a £6.5m investment.  The new, two-story building, home to over 100 student clubs and societies, acts as the social hub for the 13000+ students at the university & replaces the old 1960’s Building. The Universities brief was to incorporate the local area into the project using images of Birmingham City Skyline. The Challenge Offer a full height cubicle system, suitable for the environment and to a specification befittng the digital imagery. Digitally render images onto Laminate and apply to the façade of the full height system. Manage the precise fabrication process through the factory. The Solution  Excelsior’s Flush 30 Cubicle System encompasses a rebated aluminium frame to the doors and pilasters. The aluminium edge detail provides a robust trim and looks innovative within this modern building, an unrivalled system within the washroom market.The images, supplied by the client were digitally rendered onto laminate by Formica Younique and applied to the façade of a full height Flush system.Max McLoughlin, CEO of the Student Union comments: ‘We want the building to make students feel proud to be at Aston University. From a design perspective, we wanted the students to feel fully immersed in life on campus & we are very happy with the result’.

The ProjectThe completion of Birmingham City University - Curzon B & Royal Birmingham Conservatoire forms part of the University’s £260 million dedicated investment into new and advanced facilities.Designed by Associated Architects to provide 100,000 square feet of additional facilities the £31 million Birmingham City – Curzon B Building officially opened in January 2018. The facility offers teaching and learning space for 3,000 students and staff.The ChallengePropose a robust cubicle system suitable for a heavy foot fall environment. Deliver all products compliant to BIM Level 2. Manufacture bespoke vanity troughs in a wave design. Manage production, delivery and installation to the high standards set by the industry.  The Solution As a local preferred supplier Excelsior were engaged by Birmingham based Willmott Dixon to supply and install the washrooms. T-Line Cubicle Range offered the perfect solution, with an extruded aluminium frame, inclusive of pilaster and headrail, coupled with Solid Grade Laminate Doors and Divisions ensure a robust cubicle that will stand the test of time.

The Project Opened in 1976, the NEC has grown significantly in size and reputation, to become the UK’s number one venue of choice for organisers, exhibitors and visitors. With originally seven exhibition halls - today they have 18. Not to mention 32 conference suites and a host of additional outdoor spaces.Flexible spaces play host to over 2.3 million guests and 500 events every year. Some small, some big, some massive, but all delivered with the same attention to detail and drive for innovation. The Challenge Create bespoke solid surface wash stations incorporating split level heights, downstands, upstands and a high-level shelf. Exceeding 3000mm each tough needs to be site jointed for transport and manual handling purposes. Create flush frontage cubicles over long runs. Extreme precision required during manufacture and installation.  The SolutionBuilding bespoke specifications to ensure we are delivering exactly what both the customer and specific scheme requires is focus for us; with a full team of experienced staff on hand we offer the full package.Delivering the very best product and service is a strong driver for our businesses and forms a key element of the company ethos.

The ProjectFfestiniog and Welsh Highland Railway’s new Caernarfon Station forms part of a £15m Waterfront regeneration project led by Gwynedd County Council.Designed by Architects Purcell to include catering and retail facilities, the project hopes to bring an extra 5,000 visitors to the area as well as boosting the local economy. The Welsh Highland Railway is the UK's longest heritage railway, having been extended to a 25-mile line starting from beneath the castle walls in historic Caernarfon, the railway climbs to the foot of Snowdon before dropping again to sea level at the harbour in Porthmadog. The ChallengeProvide a washroom package befitting the iconic new station building.The station will need to cope with up to two hundred people at departure / arrival times with facilities to tell the story of both the waterfront and railways.Produce first class facilities capable of withstanding the rigors of high traffic footfall. The Solution Excelsior Mariner range offers extremely high levels of durability. Free standing, 12mm solid core panels are extremely robust and vandal resistant.Solid grade laminate used for the vanity units ensure water resistance and a solid, hard-wearing surface, guaranteed to withstand the test of time.

The Project A new Science and Health Building consolidates the University’s existing science laboratory and health simulation facilities into a new modern multidisciplinary building that will include new healthcare simulation, research and ‘super-lab’ environments.The building offers the latest facilities for teaching and research, to enhance opportunities for continuing education and professional development and to attract the best students and staff to Coventry University.. The Challenge Ensure the products offered are in keeping with the universities ‘Modern University of the Year’ status.Manufacture, deliver and install premium quality system befitting the development and the client’s requirements. Include within the package benches and lockers.     The SolutionMariner Range was used through the building; Solid Grade Laminate is highly durable and always recommended within the Education Sector. The finishes and layout design particularly enhance the aesthetics of these washrooms BAM Construction delivered the £59 million building, which is transforming training opportunities for nurses, paramedics, midwives, and other health professionals. The building was officially opened by Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in January 2018.SpecificationProduct Range: Mariner SGLDoors: 12mm Compact SGL POLYREY N026 Noyer OmbrePilaster: 12mm Compact SGL POLYREY G003 Gris PerlePartition: 12mm Compact SGL POLYREY B015 Blanc MenuiresIronmongery: Aluminium Ironmongery

The Project Derby Manufacturing University Technical College (UTC) has received planning permission by Derby City Council. BAM Construct UK will build the £8 million centre which has been designed by Maber Architects.The UTC will have capacity for up to 600 young people aged 14 to 19. They will study core GCSE's, A levels and engineering qualifications enhanced by project-based learning, work placements, employer site visits and industry expert lectures. The Challenge Produce a system suitable for use in an open space.Open plan arrangement of Cubicles and Solid Surface Vanities located directly off the corridor.Ensure safety of the user and create an anti-bulling, completely visible space.Standard vanity frontages and sinks did not meet the brief, a bespoke wash station was required. The Solution We are proud to have worked alongside Bam Construction supplying and installing our Skyline Range on the Derby Manufacturing UTC Project.The Skyline Range is the perfect fit in open washroom spaces. With full height doors, pilasters and partitions providing complete privacy, elegance, and discretion for the user.Used within increasingly popular open washroom spaces, these full height cubicles are the perfectly solution in open spaces, unisex washrooms and gender-neutral facilities.The Skyline Range is available in three different specification options to meet both budget and durability requirements.SpecificationProduct Range: Skyline SGLDoors:12mm Compact SGL G059 Gris OragePilaster: Polyrey G003 Gris PerlePartition:Polyrey G003 Gris PerleIronmongery: Satin Anodised Aluminium

The Project £12m investment into a new facility at Dudley College will enable the college to specialise in training people working in construction using brand new/state of the art apprentice standards. On completion of the project, the college have pledged approx. half a million pounds sponsorship into Dudley Academies Trust which will benefit a number of local schools and enable the sharing of resources and expertise. The ChallengeDeliver a package that will inspire the students and present a true representation of the quality and standards expected in the construction industry. Install a full height, flush frontage cubicles system in a warehouse style space with ceiling heights exceeding four meters. Use local trades and services to the Black Country. Offer non-standard products to class-room areas. The SolutionExcelsior Flush 30 Full Height Cubicles installed on 150mm leg with upgraded stainless steel fittings. Complementary Duct panelling installed to house cisterns and associated plumbing work.Manufacture and install Solid Grade Laminate workstations in the classrooms.

The Project A new Leisure Centre at Dudley is part of a multi-million-pound Leisure Centre program and regeneration of the area. The new facility will include a 25metre swimming pool, teaching pool, four-court sports hall, gym, exercise studios, soft play area, and caféDudley Council has committed £17.4 million to the project in the heart of the town centre. Working in partnership with Alliance Leisure, through the UK Leisure Framework, the council will create a vibrant modern hub for residents and workers to enjoy a range of physical activities.The ChallengePropose a system suitable for a wet, high humidity environment including Cubicles, Ducts, Vanities, Lockers & Benches. Ensure the material used and the system proposed is suitable for a high traffic environment. Changing cubicle divisions to have increased height at the rear of the cubicle to prevent users standing on the bench and peering over. Fully framed cubicles to be free standing & self-supporting, positioned in centre of the changing area. Create a locker area suitable for use by wheelchair users. The SolutionSolid Grade Laminate was used throughout the scheme. 12mm core boards, self-supporting, highly durable and impervious to water penetration.Hydroline system installed as a fully framed island constructed cubicle with profiled division panels at 2400mm.

The Project  Friargate One is a 150,000 sq ft, 13 storey, low energy building forming part of a £700m project to create a new business district in Coventry.  The building sets the standard for the remainder of the 37 acre Friargate scheme that will include 13 more office buildings, two hotels, homes and shops all set to transform the area around the train station. This project is the largest development in the West Midlands Combined Authority.   The Challenge Deliver a product to satisfy the architects design & meet the highest standards offered within the industry. Provide a full range of accessories to compliment the system. Manufacture bespoke boxed out mirror units complete with rebated lighting strip. Ensure the system is installed to highest standard to create a seamless fronted wall of cubicles and superloos across varying floors.  The Solution Floor to ceiling Flush 44 system installed throughout male & female washrooms and unisex superloos situated over two floors.   The system encompasses a 44mm MR core with a hardwood rebated edge detail. The overall finish is modern and sleek creating a seamless flush wall of cubicles with complete privacy and comfort for the users.Close management of each phase from site survey through CAD drawings, call up and manufacture ensured we had complete control of the project and were able to accurately survey the areas and install the seamless system desired by the client.SpecificationProduct Range: Flush44 HPLDoors: HPL Bonded onto 44mm MR Core, Formica Graphite F7837. Hardwood rebated edgesPilaster: HPL Bonded onto 44mm MR Core, Formica Graphite F7837. Hardwood rebated edgesPartition: Partition: HPL bonded onto 38mm MR Core, Formica Folkstone F7927Ironmongery: Stainless SteelAvailable Finishes:These Systems Are Available In The Following Finishes:• Natural Wood Veneer• High Pressure Laminate• High Gloss LaminateAccessories Product Range W/C'sSpecificationProduct Range: AccessoriesMirror Backing Panels: Blanc Menuires B015 with 4mm Safety Backed MirrorsWaste Bins: Prestige Waste BinOther:Paper Towel HoldersWaste BinToilet Roll HoldersSoap Dispenser

The Project Gloucester Business Park, Plot 1420, takes the form of three buildings grouped around a landscape courtyard, the buildings are split into six self-contained units which are sub-divided floor by floor.  Gloucestershire is excellent for transport links & the parks modern and flexible working environment also provides sufficient parking for all employees and visitors Plot 1420 won Kier Central Site of the Quarter for Jan – March 2015. The site scored 100% when externally audited by the BSI for Quality and Environmental Performance.The ChallengeManufacture, deliver and install premium quality system befitting the development and the client’s requirements.Offer complimentary system for use in the shower areas &produce Solid Surface troughs to bespoke lengths, exceeding 3000mm. The SolutionExcelsior Flush 44 Full Height system provides a sleek flush fronted façade delivering the upmost in quality, design and privacy. Complimentary Mariner Cubicles finished in matching laminate installed in the wet areas. 12mm Solid Grade Laminate is recommended for shower enclosures the core material is manufactured with phenolic resins which ensures the self-supporting panels are impervious to water penetration and will stand the test of time against water/moisture ingressAll Cubicles and Vanities are finished in Oak Classic High-Pressure Laminate along with a Corian Vanity Top in Designer White. All working to complement each other and deliver a harmonious natural colour scheme generating a tranquil & calming atmosphereNick Flexen-Cook at Kier Construction has said – “Plot 1420 was delivered by the best, highest performing team that I have ever been privileged to be a part of. The tenant is rightly delighted with their facility which exceeds their expectations.”SpecificationProduct Range: MarinerDoors: 12mm Compact SGL Sonae Oak Classic M3817Pilaster: 12mm Compact SGL Sonae Oak Classic M3817Partition: 12mm Compact SGL Sonae Oak Classic M3817Ironmongery: Stainless SteelClient:GoodmanContractor:KierArchitect:Frank Shaw Associates LtdLocation:Gloucestershire

The Project New building built under the Governments flagship Priority School Building Plan.Demolition of KS1 accommodation and construction of replacement building.Dudley council received a grant of more than £2.5 million from the Education Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) for the work.  The Challenge All works to being undertaken in a live working educational environment, which places additional demands on the need for the highest health and safety standards on site. Modify vanity units to include for wall panelling to protect the painted walls from splashes from the sinks.  The SolutionEnsure Excelsior fitting teams have all necessary checks in place such a DBS for site works.Soldi Grade Laminate used through the scheme. Harlequin cubicles with profiled doors and partitions are an industry favourite for KS1 student.Wall panelling used above the wash basins to aid cleaning and maintenance and prolong the life of the wall finishings.SpecificationProduct Range: Harlequin Mariner SGLDoors: 12mm Solid Grade Laminate, Polyrey, Pomme Verte, P092Pilaster: 1960mm Overall Height including 150mm Floor ClearancePartition: 12mm Solid Grade Laminate, Polyrey, Pomme Verte, P092Ironmongery: SBAA

The Project Joseph Leckie Academy £3.5 million modern new wing received Walsall Council’s planning committee approval in April 2015, and it has been full steam ahead since then. Speller Metcalfe awarded contractor and commenced building the state of the art 21 classroom block in May 2015. The ChallengeThe Architects vision was to create a minimalist washroom décor with flush frontage cubicles and high specification wash stations.The overall finish to be non-fussy and unobtrusive.Cubicles sited below a bulkhead were required to appear to float and all legs and fixing to be hidden.Standard vanity frontages and sinks did not meet the brief, a bespoke wash station was required. The Solution Excelsior Planar 12mm Solid Grade Laminate has proven an excellent choice for the building, the flush frontage provides a seamless finish, and the durability of solid grade laminate panels is perfect for a heavy use environment such as a school. Finished with a ‘P’ section headrail for maximum stability, eradicating any lateral movement provided the rigidity the system needs.The overall aesthetics of the installation is extremely pleasing, the cubicles overall height @ 2100mm on a 50mm leg is a standard height system however having a bulkhead in place has increased the sense of privacy and delivered the opulence of a floor to ceiling enclosure. The 50mm leg is set back inside the cubicle, fixed onto the partition which enhances the seamless finish from the exterior and infers the system is floating.SpecificationProduct Range: Planar 12mm Solid Grade Laminate CubicleDoors: B070 Blanc Megeve )Pilaster: Gris Orage G059Partition: Gris Orage G059Ironmongery: Stainless Steel

The Project  A new Primary School built as part of the school’s framework agreement with Milton Keynes.  Two storey portal frame build.Jestico & Whiles Architects The Challenge Produce a system suitable for use in an open space.Open plan arrangement of Cubicles and Solid Surface Vanities located directly off the corridor.Ensure safety of the user and create an anti-bulling, completely visible space. The Solution Excelsior Skyline Cubicle Range, a full height system with overhead panel. This extremely popular range is an ideal choice for school environments meeting the demands of modern education and providing complete privacy and comfort to the user.Full height cubicle systems have increased in popularity over the past few years. Skyline Range enables Schools, Colleges and the like to ensure both safety and anti-bulling objectives are met and Excelsior’s rise and fall hinge paired with the bespoke door design enables lift off access in the event of an emergency.Skyline range is an extremely durable system and comes as standard with a ‘P’ section headrail, ‘U’ channel base rail and over-panel providing maximum stability. Optional bolt through fixings are available and recommended.The successful open plan arrangement of cubicles and solid surface vanities in Orange and Pomme Verte is in keeping with the modern vibrant atmosphere of the school.

The Project Warehouse refurbishment to house trampoline centre.Jump Nation intend to open centres across all major towns and cities in the UK as popularity soars.The Challenge Propose a robust system suitable for heavy use environment. Changing Cubicles and matching WC Cubicles finished in the company’s vibrant colour scheme. Powder coat ironmongery to match companies branding.     The SolutionExcelsior T-Line range fitted the project brief perfectly for Jump Nation, offering a robust system with a modern and minimalist feel incorporating a powder coated extruded satin anodised aluminium pilaster and headrail presenting a sleek & slimline façade.Offering consistency, excellent service, quality products and strong working relations Excelsior look forward to supporting the team at Jump Nation with their planned progression to open trampoline parks across all major towns and cities in the UK.SpecificationProduct Range: T-Line 12mm Solid Grade LaminateDoors: P112 PrunePilaster: SAA RAL 5012Partition: P112 PruneIronmongery: SAA RAL 5012

The Project Refurbish existing washroom facilities at Lloyds Head Quarters.Work along side Swift Building Services to complete the project.Specification lead by Pinnegar Haywood Design.   The ChallengeProduce a range of Cubicles, Duct Panels and Vanity units to create an innovative, vibrant space.Solid surface on site jointing and polishing of oversized, bespoke Solid Surface Vanity tops.Manage installation from drawings to completion with a dedicated Contracts Manager. Complete full, detailed survey & provide guidance on discussing feasibility at planning stage. The SolutionExcelsior Select Range in a kaleidoscopic array of colours has created a stimulating, revitalising washroom environment. A valiant use of colour conveyed onto the Vanity Unit completed the installation; Magma Range 100% recyclable Compact Density Fibreboard frame with 12mm Hanex Top to suit semi recessed bowl with a 250mm upstand and a 200mm downstand finished off with 20mm square edge access panels. This Analogous colour scheme proves a break from the norm for washrooms and is testament to the Architect and the combined skills and expertise of Excelsior’s trusted team that resulted in such an accomplished finish.combined skills and expertise of Excelsior’s trusted team that resulted in such an accomplished finish.SpecificationProduct Range: Select 20mm HPL 1960mmDoors: 20mm High Pressure Gloss Laminate (Multiple Colours)Pilaster: 20mm High Pressure Laminate G059 Gris OragePartition: 12mm Solid Grade Laminate G059 Gris OrageThese Systems Are Available In The Following Finishes:Natural Wood VeneerHigh Pressure LaminateHigh Gloss LaminateIronmongery: Aluminium

The Project The world-famous Lords cricket ground has undergone a huge redevelopment scheme. Phase 1, The Warner Stand, has undergone complete modernisation by Main Contractor BAM and was officially opened by His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh on 3rd May 2017.  The refurbishment includes works to the ornate, iconic Victorian Pavilion, with a wing-like roof and fabric canopy; the seating, ensuring maximum visibility for spectators; and the indoor bars and restaurants with panoramic glass windows ensuring the ultimate experience. The Challenge Deliver multiple specifications across differing floors and areas. Propose a system that will deliver a reflective aesthetic, similar to glass. Manufacture and install toughs at bespoke lengths requiring site joints   The SolutionExcelsior was delighted to work on this prestigious project with Populous Architects and BAM Construction. Several specifications and finishes were chosen across the project, our Planar 20 in High Gloss being a favourite. The High Gloss laminate created a glass like, reflective finish which opened up the space and made for a truly show stopping installation. Designer White Solid Surface tops, and Stainless-Steel finishes were also used to dramatic effect across the scheme.SpecificationProduct Range: Planar 20Doors: 12mm SGL, Abet 478 Light Grey Lucida Gloss, Abet 879 Graphite Grey MattPilaster: 20mm SGL, Abet 478 Light Grey Lucida Gloss, Abet 879 Graphite Grey MattPartition: Partition: 12mm SGL, Abet 410 Ice White Lucida Gloss, Polyrey B070 Blanc Megeve MattIronmongery: Stainless Steel

The Project A modernised, revamped nursery based in The Old Courthouse, Ednal Lane. The Nursery prides itself on its high-quality interior and services ensuring children and parents alike enjoy first class facilities and equipment as standard.Bromsgrove MP Sajid Javid officially opened My First Friends Nursery and Pre-School on November 13th, 2015, and commented “The facilities look great fun for the kids”.The Challenge Propose a system with children of nursery age in mind. Consider the height of the doors & partitions.Peardrop range is not supported by an overhead rail and the frontage is fixed at the floor and gable walls only.Flooring substate needs to be at lease 60mm thick and stable to ensure a secure fixing point at the base of the foot. The Solution Consult with the client and survey the area to ensure suitable fixing points.Harlequin Peardrop is the idea system for children of nursery age, the system is self-supporting on an aluminium leg; the legs ability to perform is reliant of the strength of the floor substrate which in this case proved suitable, enabling the client to proceed with this infant friendly system.The full system is professionally manufactured with children in mind providing easily accessible doors for children whilst ensuring efficient dimensions for adults to supervise.

The Project New two storey Sixth Form facility to house teaching, exhibition and social learning spaces.The facility is intended for use by the school and the local community & hoped to be a hive for activity in the local area.  The Challenge Propose and deliver a system suitable for a heavy use environment whilst also offering a commercial style space expected by the wider public.  Durability, ease of cleaning and maintenance are key drivers in the decision process as these areas will be used for extended periods and by a diverse sector.  The washrooms are likely be used by all visitors and it is paramount that the facilities compliment the building and impress the user. The SolutionExcelsior Flush 30 Cubicles with Stainless Steel Ironmongery create an opulent seamless wall within the washroom space Solid Surface bespoke vanity troughs with full height mirrors above open up the space and add a commercial fit out touch.Wall panelling has been included to completement the systems and enclose the WC working mechanisms whilst providing ease of access to the onsite maintenance teams.The project was managed by the contracts team at excelsior and delivered to an extremely high standard by our trusted team of fitters.

The ProjectNew Build, State of the Art facility offering full-scale test equipment to create a realistic, complete test setting – ideal for training.  The facility is intended to offer a range of professional courses for technical staff from electrical utilities, industrial plants, equipment manufacturers and service companies. Space Invader architects designed the high-quality refurbishment and specified Excelsior to manufacture and deliver the washroom package.  The ChallengeThe washrooms form part of a £2 million build for Omicron. The building itself in its design and quality is at an extremely high standard.  All the latest technology from fittings, desks to equipment have been considered and the washrooms needed to equal this standard. The Architects vision was to create Superloo facility affording the user complete privacy and comfort which is what is expected in modern buildings.  The Solution Excelsior Flush 30 Full Height Cubicles provided complete privacy for the user and a flush frontage complete with aluminium rebated edge detail to the doors and pilasters enhance the cubicle system and protect the meeting styles.Vibrancy has been created throughout the building’s interior and exterior on this project and white cubicles with a vibrant pop of yellow on the cistern panelling created just the right finish.Built by Pave Aways, the building was handed over to a very happy client in September 2017.Flush 30 Cubicle (Floor to Ceiling)SpecificationProduct Range: Flush 30 HPLDoors: HPL Bonded onto 28mm MR Core, Blanc Megeve B070, rebated HPL/ABS edge detail.Pilaster: HPL Bonded onto 28mm MR Core, Blanc Megeve B070, rebated HPL/ABS edge detail.Partition: HPL Bonded on 18mm MR Core, Blanc Megeve B070 with matching HPL/ABS edge detail.Ironmongery: Stainless Steel

The ProjectFollowing Opus Energy’s momentous growth over its 15-year history, their move to the John Dryden House will consolidate their four current sites and house all employees working in Northampton under one roof.With the new premises, Opus Energy expects to have an almost 800 strong Northampton workforce, highlighting its prominence as a key local employer. The refurbishment of the property has seen state of the art facilities, and with investment into sustainability opportunities, will enable the business to be carbon neutral.The ChallengeWork within tight lead times to supply deliver and install the project.Offer a cost-effective system suitable for the environment intended.Propose a selection of classic High Pressure Laminae finishes that will deliver a timeless décor.  The SolutionExcelsior Select Range of Cubicle’s in 20mm High Pressure Laminate fell within budget and met with the Architects Specification. A combination of Polyrey finishes created the classical, timeless façade desired by the client. SpecificationProduct Range: SelectDoors: 18mm MR Core HPL Polyrey B101 Banian NoirciPilaster: Polyrey B101 Banian NoirciPartition: Partition: Polyrey B015 Blanc MenuiresIronmongery: Excelsior SBAASpecificationProduct Range: SelectVanity Top: 12mm Laminated CDF Polyrey B101 Banian NoirciVanity Panels: HPL 18mm MR Polyrey B015 Blanc MenuiresFrame: Polyrey B015 Blanc Menuires

The Project Perton First School has been open for over 40 years and the infant washroom facilities are in need of modernisation.The school prides itself its family ethos and has seen generations of families come the doors.The ChallengePropose a system with children of nursery age in mind. Consider the height of the doors & partitions.Peardrop range is not supported by an overhead rail and the frontage is fixed at the floor and gable walls only.Flooring substate needs to be at lease 60mm thick and stable to ensure a secure fixing point at the base of the foot.Deliver a non-standard laminate to enhance the systems aesthetics. The SolutionExcelsior, working alongside G Evans and Entrust, are excited to have installed our Harlequin Select Range at Perton First School. The school chose our Peardrop Range with low level accessible doors and magnetic locks, perfect for the classroom environment. The cubicles doors were finished in our vibrant Lolly Pop Digital Print & the area was surveyed to ensure suitable fixing points.Harlequin Peardrop is the ideal system for children of nursery age, the system is self-supporting on an aluminium leg; the legs ability to perform is reliant of the strength of the floor substrate which in this case proved suitable, enabling the client to proceed with this infant friendly system.The full system is professionally manufactured with children in mind providing easily accessible doors for children whilst ensuring efficient dimensions for adults to supervise.SpecificationProduct Range: Harlequin Select HPLDoors: 18mm High Pressure Laminate, Lolly Pop Digital PrintPilaster: Polyrey C018 ChardonPartition: 18mm High Pressure Laminate, Polyrey C018 ChardonIronmongery: SBAA 

The ProjectThree Snowhill is the final element of the Snowhill Plaza, forming part of Birmingham’s 20-year plan to redevelop Snowhill, known as ‘Vision 2030’, the largest ever speculative city centre office scheme built outside London. Featuring full height windows designed to take full advantage of the city views, and 32,000 square metres of space for office, retail, café and plant space, Three Snowhill stands as a landmark tower in this growing city The ChallengeWork alongside BAM design team to bring the clients vision to life. Bespoke Superloo facilities designed to include for boxed out mirror units with hidden services, solid surface vanity stations including soap, water and waste accessories. Coordinate delivery and installation in-line with the programme dates and in harmony with associated trades on site The SolutionExcelsior have proudly worked alongside BAM construction and Weedon Architects to bring this vision to life. Working to innovative specifications we have fitted out this office space with a combination of Flush 44 Natural Wood Veneer WC Cubicles and Superloo, all complete with stylish solid surface vanities, hidden waste disposal, and boxed out mirrored wall units housing paper towel dispensers. Building bespoke specifications, we ensure we are delivering exactly what both the customer and specific scheme requires. Here, our bespoke service has allowed for a beautiful high-end installation for optimal use in this landmark business location.Client:Snowhill Building ThreeContractor:BAM ConstructionArchitect:Weedon ArchitectsLocation:Birmingham SnowhillSpecificationProduct Range: Flush 44 Natural Wood Veneer CubiclesDoors: Natural Wood Veneer bonded onto 44mm MR Core, Excelsior ‘Toasted Oak’ VeneerPilaster: Natural Wood Veneer bonded onto 44mm MR Core, Excelsior ‘Toasted Oak’ VeneerPartition: HPL bonded onto 36mm MR Core, Excelsior White c/w Hardwood Oak Rebated JointIronmongery: SSS Stainless Steel

The Project Renovation of the community centre has been made possible with the support of funders, volunteers, local businesses and charitable trusts.Around £1.2m has been raised to repair, refurbish and extend the building.The centre will cater for the needs of the positive, vibrant and diverse community coming through the doors.The ChallengeThe project was managed by the church and community inclusion was a key driver on this project.Parishioners, local businesses and the community on the whole are extremely proud of their roots and keen to celebrate them.The local woodland was chosen for the finish on the cubicles and photographs were taken and used to create a digital laminate.The challenge for the photographer was getting the right shot. The washroom space is actually quite small in the centre. The SolutionThe diversity of the community enabled the centre to be creative when designing the washrooms and drawing on the beauty of the local area they decided to install not only a Grade A system but chose a serene digital print which is both innovative and thought provoking. The inspired woodland theme has created a taking point amongst the patrons and is admired and loved by all.Feedback from the client:“It's also worth a day out just to visit our toilets, after decades of nastiness we are proud to have the finest toilets for miles around! We love them loos!”SpecificationProduct Range: Flush 44 HPLDoors: Digital Print HPLPilaster: Digital Print HPLPartition: High Digital Print HPLIronmongery: Stainless SteelAvailable Finishes:These Systems Are Available In The Following Finishes:Natural Wood VeneerHigh Pressure LaminateHigh Gloss Laminate

The Project Four stories of retail and office units in the heart of the city forming part of £139m redevelopment.  Quality & sustainability are key features of this building and the construction to BREEAM excellent standards make it one of the most sustainable buildings in the city. Retail units placed on the ground floor and three levels of Grade A office space above believed to be the first in Wolverhampton. The Challenge Within budget limitations produce a Grade A washroom befitting the buildings design and sustainability drivers. Keep the washroom systems off the floor and work above the height of the coving to create an opulent washroom décor. Design a bespoke vanity, concealing the pipework but not the waste and trap plus carry the weight of Solid Surface countertop and bowls.  The SolutionExcelsior Flush 30 Cubicles provide the opulence desired by the client whilst meeting the budgetary requirements of the project. Projected 150mm off the floor with stainless steel legs and ironmongery keep the cubicles clear of the coved flooring. Manufacture hybrid vanity units to carry the weight of the tops and sinks whilst allowing the chrome waste and traps to be a focal point. Delivered inline with our own business sustainability drivers, all of the washroom components are finished in Polyrey. Polyrey have a strong environmental ethos including: The Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), ISO 14001, PEFC, Chain of Custody in line with FSC.                                                               SpecificationProduct Range: Flush 30 HPLDoors: Polyrey N026 Noyer OmbrePilaster: Polyrey G029 Gris TourterellePartition: Polyrey N026 Noyer OmbreIronmongery: Stainless Steel

The Project Yorkswood Primary School forms part of Solihull’s Regeneration Project, investing in the area through the creation of new schools, housing, parks, village centres, and local enterprise.The £5.7m new school will replace the current outdated buildings as part of the £60m scheme in place to improve every single primary school in the North Solihull Regeneration Area benefitting the learning of over 4,000 children. The ChallengeThe Architects vision for the washrooms was to create a vibrant, innovative space with multi coloured cubicles working in harmony throughout the colour pallet. The challenge for us was to ensure full usage of the core material was utilized throughout the scheme to ensure optimal yield and competitive pricing.Construction took place alongside the existing occupied school buildings, and therefore keeping the school operational and safeguarding the pupils and staff was an important factor for this project. The SolutionRepeating the pallet throughout the washroom areas ensured as much of the core material as possible was utilised.Harlequin Mariner & Harlequin Peardrop Cubicles and Duct panelling were used through the scheme. Solid Grade Laminate is the perfect choice of material for the Education Sector offering extremely high levels of durability.SpecificationProduct Range: Harlequin MarinerDoors: 20mm Laminate Faced Compact Density FibreboardPilaster: 12mm Compact SGL, Polyrey Érable Nordique E028Partition: 12mm Compact SGL, Polyrey Érable Nordique E028Ironmongery: SBAAAvailable Finishes:These Systems Are Available In The Following Finishes:• High Pressure Laminate• High Gloss Laminate